Robert Ivy Shows A Lifelong Commitment To Enhancing Buildings

Architecture is very distinguishable from century to century, and the 21st Century has seen many innovative design materials created to help promote stable building infrastructures. Robert A. Ivy has always contributed to the growing Architecture field with innovative ideas.

As Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), he has provided leadership that seeks to enhance the current structures while also putting forth educational initiatives to help the global environment.

There is value in long standing structures, and Robert Ivy has helped to educate the public so that historical buildings are maintained. At the same time, new structures are being built throughout the world. Many countries are looking to build safer structures for residents that can withstand natural disasters. Both emerging world countries along with established countries must maintain quality structures for commercial and residential purposes. Mr. Ivy has developed public awareness for climate change and building sustainability issues with an award winning campaign.

Prior to AIA, Mr. Ivy served as Editor in Chief for Architectural Record. Under his helm, this publication became the most read architectural journal in the world. His accomplishments have garnered him many prestigious awards from organizations, such as the American Society of Magazine Editors National Magazine Award for General Excellence. Mr. Ivy was also honored with the designation of Master Architect from the national architecture fraternity Alpha Rho Chi. He has shown a clear ability to effectively convey Architecture concepts to a variety of audiences.

In addition to his current position at AIA and as the recipient of many honors, Robert Ivy is a published author. His biography Fay Jones: Architect is in it’s third edition. This book details the work of an apprentice who served under Architect Frank Lloyd Wright. He also gives frequent lectures to audiences to help foster a better understanding of how architecture blends into people’s lives. Design does have a proven impact on the overall health of the public. Recent catastrophic events have had AIA focusing on disaster assistance programs. Climate change may also continue to impact the innovations that are being developed for world communities.

Leaders, such as Mr. Ivy, are continuing to assist with the various world issues that are impacting the architectural field to build AIA into a positive and influential organization. The accolades will continue to come for an individual who has proven that commitment to a valuable cause can produce positive change in both the local and global environments.